The complete beginners guide to streaming apps in 2024

EricNetPro

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• Jan 10, 2024

• #1

Hi everyone! Starting this thread to discuss the topic and hear from others with similar experiences. Happy to answer questions and share more details if needed.

 

HD_Harold

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• Jan 12, 2024

• #2

This is the guide I wish existed when I started.

 

GloriaStream

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• Jan 12, 2024

• #3

Clear and well structured. Good for linking new members to.

 

KevinNet

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• Jan 22, 2024

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What's the first thing a complete beginner should do?

 

LauraTech

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• Jan 14, 2024

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First: check your internet speed and make sure you have at least 25Mbps.

 

AdminSarah

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• Jan 25, 2024

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Second: pick one device and one app to start. Don't try to do everything at once.

 

AmyApps

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• Jan 16, 2024

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One device, one app is great advice. Reduces overwhelm significantly.

 

AppWizard

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• Jan 31, 2024

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What about people who have very old TVs without smart features?

 

HaroldBuffer

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• Jan 26, 2024

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Old TV + streaming stick is a great combo. Fire Stick or Roku Stick work with any TV with HDMI.

 

LindaForum

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• Jan 28, 2024

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Even HDMI-only TVs work with a streaming stick. Very low barrier to entry.

 

GregWifi

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• Jan 30, 2024

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What about internet data caps? Streaming uses a lot of data.

 

AmyApps

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• Jan 21, 2024

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4K streaming uses 7-25GB per hour depending on quality. Important to know.

 

AlexDigital

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• Feb 15, 2024

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SD streaming: 1GB/hour. HD: 3GB/hour. 4K: 7-25GB/hour approximately.

 

ScottTV

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• Mar 2, 2024

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Data cap math is important for people with limited internet plans.

 

KarenStream

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• Feb 21, 2024

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Bookmarking this guide as the first link in my reply toolkit.

 

TechMike88

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• Feb 9, 2024

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Well done. A community guide that actually covers the basics properly.